"Silver’s rapid growth to over 2,500 acres in just a week, combined with sustained 30% containment and the deployment of more than 140 personnel, highlights the significant resource commitment required for a natural wildfire in this region."
The Silver wildfire, located 8 miles northwest of Sandpoint in Boundary County, Idaho, was first discovered on August 23, 2026, and is a natural‑cause fire under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service. The fire expanded rapidly from 17 acres on August 24 to 2,545 acres by September 2, before stabilizing at 2,593 acres. Containment remained at 0% until September 6, when it reached 10%, and has since held at 30% through September 20. Personnel peaked at 140 on September 6 and 124 on September 2, with estimated costs rising from $50,000 to $3,741,038 as the fire grew and resources were deployed.
Official source description: 25 Miles NW from SANDPOINT, ID
Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering; Backing
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Kootenai Tribe. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire remains active with minimal to moderate behavior; stay away from the 2,593‑acre perimeter and follow local advisories. If you are in the vicinity, monitor updates and be prepared for potential evacuation.
IRWIN ID: {68A6E77D-AC4A-4E0B-A7FB-2CB72D7ED142}
Discovered: Aug 23, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $3,700,000
Coordinates: 48.6289, -116.6603
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The Silver Fire has burned 2,593 acres as of September 20, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Silver Fire is 30% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Silver Fire is burning in Boundary, ID.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Silver Fire remains active.
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